SZNO v. Maj Steel (1996) was an Appellate Tribunal suit in which SZNO alleged that Maj Holdings used illegal strikebreakers during labour stoppages at Maj Steel.
Background
During an unauthorized work stoppage, Maj deployed private security to protect plant assets. SZNO sought an injunction and penalties for unlawful strikebreaking.
Holding
The Appellate Tribunal ruled 6–5 for Maj. Private security may protect assets during “unauthorized labor stoppages.” SZNO’s injunction was denied; no fines on Maj.
Legacy
The decision weakened private-sector union leverage against Maj industrial operations. Catalogue: Landmark Cases.